Favoritism Meaning
/fˈeɪvərɪˌtɪzəm/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAlternative spelling of favouritism.
Sentence Examples
Favoritism is very common in Algeria.
Favoritism needs to stop in Algeria.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The manager's constant ____ towards his close friends angered other employees.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The manager was accused of ____ after he promoted his best friend over much more qualified staff.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English favorite Proto-Indo-European *-id- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *-idyéti Proto-Hellenic *-íďďō Ancient Greek -ῐ́ζω (-ĭ́zō) Proto-Indo-European *-mos Proto-Indo-European *-mós Ancient Greek -μός (-mós) Ancient Greek -ισμός (-ismós)der. English -ism English favoritism From favorite + -ism.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"A distinction is ingroup favoritism versus outgroup negativity or derogation."
— 2020 June 6, Lisa Selin Davis, “Children aren’t born racist. Here’s how parents can stop them from becoming racist.”, in CNN, spoken by May Ling Halim:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The manager's constant ____ towards his close friends angered other employees.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The manager was accused of ____ after he promoted his best friend over much more qualified staff.